Rfis Required

Processing Checklist: Waikato Building Consents
Commercial
New commercial & industrial buildings, additions and alterations, apartment complex’s, horizontal fire separations.
Processor
Name: / Building
Consent No: / Building
Category:
KEYS: Decisions: P or Y or or= Pass F or N or X = Fail, i.e. Item either passes or fails to meet the performance requirements of the NZBC NA or I = Not applicable, i.e. The item or code clause has been considered but is not applicable to this application because the item, or the clause, is either not part of this design or relevant to this type of building project.
P/F/NA / Item / P/F/NA / Item
B1 Structure☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer to B1 Acceptable Solutions)
Wind Zone: ☐Low ☐Medium ☐High
☐Very High ☐Extra High ☐SED
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Footing / Foundation / Piles☐Not applicable to this BC
Footing size, depth in ground stated / Masonry block work and reinforcing
Reinforcing size and cover is correct / Sub floor bracing calculations provided and comply
Foundations are relevant to cladding type and number of storey’s / Up lift for verandah posts
Specific Design, PS1 provided
Load paths are provided on drawings
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Timber Floors☐Not applicable to this BC
Correct timber pile size & grade / Pile / bearer / joist connection details
Joist & bearer size, spans, grade & spacing specified / Direction of services is appropriate
Stringer / trimmer size, grade & fixing
Lateral support, blocking & mid span-blocking / Does deck / balcony design comply (Top rails, balusters, bottom rails, palings, boundary joistfixings –see MBIE guidance or specific design)
Flooring thickness
Load paths / floor loadings are appropriate / Specific Design, PS1 provided
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Piles:
  
• Bearers/joists:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Concrete Floor ☐Not applicable to this BC
Hard fill detailed / Shrinkage control joints / free joints
Slab thickness & thickenings (point loads) / Specific PS1 provided
Reinforcing / clearance / cover
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Foundations:
  
• Floor slab:
  
• DPM:
  
• Slab thickness/ thickenings:
  
• Mesh:
  
• Joints/cuts:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Tilt Slabs☐Not applicable to this BC
Slab, footing / tilt slab construction detail / Anchors and foundations
Junction and flashing details provided / Specific Design, PS1 provided
Sealant between tilt panels to be fire rated (specified) / Structural roofing specified / connection details provided
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Steel Structure☐Not applicable to this BC
Slab portal construction details provided / Specific bracing requirements detailed
Portal to rafter / purlin details provided / Specific Design, PS1 provided
Fire design incorporated into design (e.g. portal leg)
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

Wall Framing☐Not applicable to this BC
Bottom plate fixings / Top plate, lintel fixings / connections for uplift
Framing setout / stud height, size & spacing are appropriate for the cladding system / wind zone / location and grade / Top plate for load bearing/ bracing (diaphragm ceiling)
Lintel span, size & grade & support correct
Steel stud partitioning details provided / Specific Design, PS1 provided
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Studs:
  
• Lintels:
  
• Beams:
  
• Bracing:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Bracing / Walls / Ceiling☐Not applicable to this BC
Cladding weight consistent with bracing calculations / Wall bracing / dragon ties / diaphragm ceiling indicated on plans & schedule, calculations & distribution provided (manufacturer specs. If 6m grid is there a double top plate?) (Are wall bracing elements clear of showers / baths?)
Suspended ceilings: specifications, details.
Specific Design, PS1 provided
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Roof Framing / Truss☐Not applicable to this BC
Roof bracing provided and shown on plans / Load paths have been correctly addressed
Roof framing spacing, spans, size,grade & connections appropriate for weight and wind zone / Valley boards: size, grade comply
Tie down of rafters, trusses, plates to studs
Beam: spacing, spans, sizes, loads, support & fixings detailed and comply (hip, valley, ridge, canopy) / Specific Design, PS1 provided
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Chimneys:
  
• Tie downs:
  
• Truss support:
  
• Bracing:
  
• Rafters:
  
• Purlins / battens:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

B2 Durability ☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer to B2 Acceptable Solutions)
For acceptable solutions, refer to

• Figure 1 Assessment of durability requirement Paragraph 1.2.2, pg16
• Table 1, pg17 - 22

5 year durability considered / Roofing durability
15 year durability considered / Steel coatings
50 year durability considered / Timber treatment shown for
Specified intended life considered,
life = ...... years /

• Exterior/interiorwall/roof framing

• Exterior timbers

Corrosion zone: ☐B ☐C ☐D / E /

• Piles and in ground contact Wood-based flooring: distance to exposed ground

Fixings SS if in Corrosion zone
Serviceable items able to be accessed / Substrate specified with correct treatment and falls (enclosed decks)
DPC provided to piles if required
Subfloor vented and / or ground cover provided / Fixings correct and does compatibility / durability comply (also B1 & E2)
Cladding durability / PS1 covers B2
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:

• Additional: Treatments are appropriate:

TIMBER / TREATMENT / TIMBER / TREATMENT
In-ground / Interior wall framing
Sub-floor / Exterior wall framing
Floor / Roof framing
Trims / Deck piling
Cavities / Deck framing
Cladding

• RFIs Required:
  
• RFIs received:

Under section 112, Building Act 2004, the following must be considered for any alteration

C DOCS - Protection from Fire:☐ Not applicable to this BC(Refer to C documents Acceptable Solutions)
State Risk Group: [tick all that apply]
C/VM1Solid fuel heaters
C/VM2 Framework for fire safety design
C/AS1 (SH) Building with sleeping (residential)
C/AS2 (SM) Building with sleeping (non-institutional)
C/AS3 (SI) Buildings where care or detention is provided
C/AS4 (CA) Buildings with public access
C/AS5 (WB) Buildings used for business, commercial and low level storage
C/AS6 (WS)Buildings used for high level storage and other high risk purposes
C/AS7 (VP)Buildings used for vehicle storage and parking
Verification Method C/VM1☐Not applicable to this BC as no heater
☐Solid fuel heaterprocessing checklist attached
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Solid fuel heater:
  
• Hearth/slab:
  
• Chimney flue:
  
• Generic materials:
  
• Heat transfer / Distances:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Acceptable Solutions
Part 1 General ☐ Not applicable to this BC
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional: Fire protection system:
  
• RFIs Required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Part 2 Fire Cells, Fire Safety Systems, and Fire Resistance Ratings ☐ Not applicable to this BC
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional: Distance to Boundary: <specify>
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Part 3 Means Of Escape ☐ Not applicable to this BC
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional: Escape path lengths (match protection system):
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

Part 4 Control Of Internal Fire & Smoke Spread ☐ Not applicable to this BC
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

Part 5 Control Of External Fire spread ☐ Not applicable to this BC
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Part 6 Firefighting ☐Not applicable to this BC
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Part 7 Prevention Of Fire Occurring ☐ Not applicable to this BC
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

Under section 112, Building Act 2004, the following must be considered for any alteration

D1 Access☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer D1 Acceptable Solutions)
Ramps, Steps, Stairs And Handrails☐Not applicable to this BC
Ramps comply with accessibility / Accessible stairway provided

• Handrails both side
• Pitch and profile comply

Handrails both sides steeper than 1:20
Limited riser openings where children present
No winders in common / accessible stairs
Max. 20mm threshold step / Steps 400mm clear of door
Stairs: landings top and bottom / Max flight height checked (2.5m)
Stairway type complies
☐ Accessible ☐ Common ☐ Private / Horizontal dist. between handrails for common stairs (min 900mm, max 1500mm)
Public Spaces / Buildings☐Not applicable to this BC
Access 1200mm min. width / Accessible units in hotels / hostels etc.
Min. 760mm clear door widths / Reception counters
Disabled parking provided and on accessible route / Lobby size sufficient
Signage
No conflict between vehicles and pedestrians / Hearing Loop
Wheelchair spaces in halls / auditoria
Floors, Obstacles☐Not applicable to this BC
Does flooring / decking material comply for slip resistance / Dangerous projections on access routes
Ladders only to service areas (no carried items)
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Slip resistance external:
  
• Slip resistance internal:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

D2 Mechanical Installation – Access ☐Not applicable to this BC (Specific Design)(Refer D2 AcceptableSolutions)
Specification provided / Producer statements provided
Plans and details provided / Signage
Accessibility
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

E1 Surface Water☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer E1 Acceptable Solutions)
Overland flow paths level >150mm above ground / street or secondary flow (E1/AS1) Proposed storm water drainage plan / Contours on site plan, levels defined,flood prone land
Drains under building straight with access each end
Cesspits provided and adequate to sealed areas (100sqm for HCC) – check District Plan / Internal / External gutters sized, overflows provided
Soakage report for new buildings or additions (1 in 10 yr storm) & soak hole design & calculations (PS1 provided) / Downpipes numbers and size adequate
Stormwater to approved outfall
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• FFLs:
  
• Gutters:
  
• Downpipes:
  
• Discharge pipe:
  
• Pipe gradients:
  
• Protection from flooding:
  
• Soak pit / other:
  
• Retaining wall drainage:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

E2 External Moisture☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer E2 Acceptable Solutions)
(Note: Either complies with E2 Acceptable Solutions or is Specific Design)
Structural Elements In Contact With Ground☐Not applicable to this BC
DPM under floor on sand, hardfill / Floor height above finished ground level
Block work waterproofedand tanking to foundation walls, drainage (internal / external) & subsoil complies
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Roof Cladding☐Not applicable to this BC
Roof type, profile and pitch comply / Weight, stop end, turndowns & flashings details been provided for the hips, ridges, valleys, aprons, penetrations & barges
Appropriate roofing underlay - product name provided
Design allow for expansion / Compatibility of flashings, gutter & fixings, external platform systems (e.g. solar panels / air conditioning)
Purlin set-out provides adequate provision for support & fixing of roof cladding
Projecting eaves / verges are closed in
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Cladding type:
  
• Pitch:
  
• Underlay:
  
• RFIs Required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Membrane Roofs / Gutters☐Not applicable to this BC
Proposed design is within membrane roof limitations and installer’s name required (author statement) / Substrate thickness & treatment
Falls, drainage and gutters comply
Overflow relief provided for enclosed roofs
Membrane type and pitch approved & appropriate / Gutter capacity & overflow
Wall junctions & verge details provided
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Exterior Cladding☐Not applicable to this BC
Building paper in walls specified, appropriate & compatible with cladding (air barrier) / Fixings relevant for bracing and / or corrosion zone (also B1, B2)
Type of cladding(s) approved system and clearly identified on plans (manufacturer’s specifications provided) / Brick ties, lintels & shelf angle size and durability, brick cavity size all comply (also B1, B2)
Flashing details provided for window & door openings, internal-external corners, junctions between differing claddings & protrusions / Timber profiles have appropriate weather grooves
Construction details for the drained cavity system appropriate (i.e. batten size, spacing, fixing, blocking) / All plaster/coating systems are a complete and approved systems (endorse BC to ensure statement provided on completion)
Wall / soffit junctions / Alternative solution properly detailed
Compatibilitybetween claddings & lower roofs / flashings (also B2)
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Building wrap:
  
• Sill tape:
  
• Flashings:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

Floors / Decks / Balconies (Enclosed or Open)☐Not applicable to this BC
Substrate specified for the balcony waterproofing membrane / Membrane / tanking type and traffic protection specified as Butyl Rubber or EPDM (i.e. other product types are alternative solutions).
Stringer size and connections / Deck membrane extends up face of exterior wall and barrier min of 150mm
Cantilever deck joint, saddle flashing detailed / Flashing details for the barrier / wall junction
Nogs behind apron flashing, upstand to deck / Correct falls specified to deck area & tops of barrier
Threshold / upstand details / Stormwater drainage & overflow relief
Parapets / enclosed deck barrier junctions / flashings been detailed / Rain water head and overflow
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

E3 Internal Moisture☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer E3 Acceptable Solutions)
Wet area floor protection / Shower / bath: waterproofing
Provision made to contain accidental overflow damage to adjoining household units or other property / Finishes / surfaces impervious, durable and easily cleaned
Ventilation provided to bathrooms / laundry / Thermal resistance in habitable spaces
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

F1 Hazardous Agents on Site☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer F1 Acceptable Solutions)
Contamination etc. checked ondatabase
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

F2 Hazardous Building Materials☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer F2 Acceptable Solutions)
Glass type OK (safety glass) / Other (e.g. asbestos)
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

F3 Hazardous Substances☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer F3 Acceptable Solutions)
Dangerous goods / chemicals anticipated

• Liquid fuels for generators, heating, pumps etc.
• Pressurised gases anticipated LPG, etc.

/ HAZNO assessment
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

F4 Safety from Falling☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer F4 Acceptable Solutions)
Stairs, Landings, Platforms, Handrails☐Not applicable to this BC
Barriers – heights to decks, stairs, seating / Top of retaining walls (>1m in height)
Child risk openings <100 mm, no toeholds / Upper storey windows
Retaining on access routes protected / Post Fixings (refer MBIE Guidance on barrier design)
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Windows:
  
• Handrails:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

Pools☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer to Building (Pools) Amendment Act 2016,Guidancediagrams(intranet)
Attach pool processing checklist, if a pool is part of this BC application
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

F5 Construction and Demolition Hazards☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer F5 Acceptable Solutions)
Hazard identification and management
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

(NOTE: F5 is always applicable. It may not be our responsibility to manage F5 but there needs to be an indication that it will be managed on site.)
F6 Visibility in Escape Routes☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer F6 Acceptable Solutions)
Emergency lighting to required standard / Shown on plans to required areas
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

F7 Warning Systems☐Not applicable to this BC (Refer F7 Acceptable Solutions)
Fire alarm type specified and appropriate standard / Certificate from registered certifier
Refer to fire design
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

F8 Signs☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer F8 Acceptable Solutions)
Exits identified for signage purposes / Other special signage requirements identified on plans
Escape routes defines for signage purposes
Signage for disabled / Refer to fire design
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

Under section 112, Building Act 2004,the following must be considered for any alteration

G1 Personal Hygiene☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G1 Acceptable Solutions)
Number and type of facilities appropriate for population (occupant load and gender) / Accessible facilities shown & properly detailed
Location of facilities suitable
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

G2 Laundering Facilities☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G2 Acceptable Solutions)
Accessible facilities provided / Adequate amenity space
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

G3 Food Preparation☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G3 Acceptable Solutions)
Kitchen provided / Finishes suitable
Space for cooker / oven, food store / fridge / Commercial kitchens, restaurants to Health
Prep bench and sink meet minimum size / Accessible kitchen in camp grounds, accessible
accommodation units
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

G4 Ventilation☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G4 Acceptable Solutions)
Mechanical ventilation / Producer statements if required
Ventilation for gas appliances or other plant / Natural ventilation meets 5% floor area
Peer review, producer statements
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Ventilation system:
  
• Ventilation rate:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

G5 Interior Environment ☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G5 Acceptable Solutions)
Heating in rest homes / early childhood centres
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

G6 Airborne and Impact Sound☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G6 Acceptable Solutions)
Penetrations considered, recessed lights, vents / STC walls/floors between household units –tested system
Sound insulation / Advisory note for sound transfer verification test
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

G7 Natural Light☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G7 Acceptable Solutions)
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

G8 Artificial Light☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G8 Acceptable Solutions)
20 lux at floor level
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

G9 Electricity☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G9 Acceptable Solutions)
Electrical energy certificate – needs to be supplied with CCC application
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

G10-G11 Piped Services & Gas Energy☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G10 and G11 Acceptable Solutions)
Gas energy certificate – needs to be supplied with CCC application / Any other piped pressurised dangerous goods
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

G12 Water Supplies☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G12 Acceptable Solutions)
Potable water / non potable supply & capacity detailed (hospitals, prisons, rest homes) / Schematic plan been provided for buildings of
2 or more storeys
Are pipe sizes specified adequate
Hot water heating design (all relevant valves, venting requirements, water temperature, specification seismic restraints) / Back flow philosophy provided
Water tanks have overflows & maintenance access
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• Supply:
  
• Quality:
  
• HW storage:
  
• HW tempering:
  
• HW seismic restraints:
  
• Supply pipe:
  
• Pipe work:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:

G13 Foul Water☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G13 AcceptableSolutions)
Schematic provided (2 or more levels) / Overflow relief gully (ORG)provided.
Discharge to approved outfall / Waste pipe size / gradients / length / venting (stacks, multi fixtures to discharge pipe)
Drainage pipe size / gradients
Drainage pipe length / ventilation / Grease trap in commercial kitchens / facilities
Access / inspection/ rodding points or chambers (entering or exiting under slab) / Site effluent disposal complies or is SED
Complies with Regional Council rules
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• Additional:
• System Capacity:
  
• Pipe sizes:
  
• Pipe gradients:
  
• Bedding and backfill:
  
• Drains under buildings:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

G14 Industrial Liquid Waste☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G14 Acceptable Solutions)
Refer toHAZNO officer / Trade waste approval
Reviewed byHAZNO Test certifier
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

G15 Solid Waste☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer G15 Acceptable Solutions)
Solid waste disposal facilities provided for the intended use
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

H1 Energy Efficiency☐Not applicable to this BC(Refer H1 Acceptable Solutions and NZS 4243)
Note: Industrial buildings exempt from H1)
Insulation /Building >300sqm complies with NZS 4243 / Lighting / Building >300sqm complies
Reasons for decisions plus any additional comments or RFIs:

• General:
  
• RFIs required:
  
• RFIs received:
  

 All other clauses of the Building Code have been considered not applicable to this Building Consent.